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Shivon Lavely,
Lincoln Elementary School, Exeter
We were
enthralled by Evo's musical performance! it was a wonderful experience
to hear such a variety of instruments. The diversity of music enriched
the program too! Blues, Cajun, folk, Appalachian. Evo has a calm intelligent
and sensitive approach toward children. We loved having him at our school.
Paula
O'Rafferty, Primary Teacher
Alpha Elementary School, Madera
I felt Mr. Bluestein did an excellent job of linking history
through music. I especially liked the participation parts and
the students loved the banjo portion which challenged their listening
and hand coordination.
Mike
Mueller, Director of State and Federal Programs
McCabe School, Mendota
I was glad to hear the autoharp, especially the Woody Guthrie
favorite. But it was the Appalachian Mountain dulcimer that I
believe I liked the best. What a sound! Simple, yet beautifully
played! Your kind of performance made a big impression on me,
the staff and the students.We will definitely work out the Migrant
Scholars program. Thanks again, Evo.
Karey
Palmer,
Teacher
Aztec Elementary School, Scottsdale, Arizona
What a great assembly today! It was so nice to have the kids
introduced to such a variety of instruments in such an entertaining
way!
Dave Highbaugh,
Student Activities Director,
Selma High School
These are "MTV" kids who want high energy. You presented something
more important--folk music with a human touch. I applaud what you do!
Pat Vietti, Program
Manager
Fort Miller Middle School, Fresno
Thank
you for the wonderful educational performance you presented to our student
body. As I watched the students while you performed, I was amazed to
see their faces so transfixed. The multitude of questions they had after
the performance was proof that their attention was, indeed, yours throughout
the morning. We are grateful for your skill in music and dance as well
as the knowledge of history and culture.
Mrs.
Oppliger, Teacher
Fresno High School
My students liked the novelty of being exposed to music they'd
never been exposed to before. They also liked the diversity.
I thought the show was great.
Mary Van Vleet,
History Teacher McLane High School, Fresno
I want to thank you for your contributions to our students' study of
the tradition of protest in American democracy in presenting your program
for our 11th and 12th grade Social Studies students here at McLane High.
I appreciate your efforts and hard work.
Godfrey
Coppinger,
Teacher
Children's Creative World, Fresno
Thank you so much for performing for our classroom at Children's
Creative World. The children and their parents are still talking
about it and the hallways and classrooms are ringing with the
sound of clogging feet! Your presentation was both entertaining
and educational. This age group can be difficult to work with,
but you handled them beautifully with a mixture of kindness,
humor and discipline. We hope to have you back again soon!
Dale Campbell, Principal,
Delta ViewSchool, Hanford
Everyone at Delta View enjoyed the time that you spent with us last
Thursday. The faculty especially appreciated the excellent cross-section
of folk music you presented to the students. Keep in touch with your
new friends in the South Valley.
Sally Gate
California Academy of Science, San Francisco
The children were especially responsive and the whole audience really
enjoyed your very professional, educational, and entertaining performance
. . . thank you again for a job well done
.Yvonne
Hill,
Student
Spring Valley School, Madera
Thank you, it was fun. I love the folk music; it was cool and rad.
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Pat
Bernard,
Teacher
McLane High School, Fresno
The audience was so attentive and appreciative that they applauded
after Mr. Evo Bluestein's concluding remarks before the last
song. The audience was so captivated that they respectfully remained
seated even after the bell rang. The Bluesteins should be recognized
for their talent and stagecraft.
Nadine Moroto,
Teacher
Fairburn Elementary School, Los Angeles
My second grade class really enjoyed all of it--spoons, dancing, listening
and learning. I hope you will continue to return to Fairburn as your
music is an enriching part for all of us. Funding and politics are having
a profound effect on public education right now and you are a breath
of fresh air.
Doris
Smith, Early Childhood Education,
Calif. State Univ. Fresno
Comments from the participants were very positive because you
not only provided an inspiring and wonderful musical experience,
but you also showed teachers specific activities, strategies,
and techniques for classroom implementation. Your commitment
to providing high quality music experiences and your demonstrated
sensitivity to children are most apparent.
Eduardo
Perez, Director
Centros De Amistad, Parlier
I was so impressed by the number of cultures included in your
performance. As you know much better than I, music is the universal
language that can help our community bridge ignorance and distrust
of other cultures. When I think of a group that most represents
the diversity of cultures in the San Joaquin Valley, I think
of one group--The Bluesteins.
Martha
Eads, Teacher
Spring Valley School, Madera
Thanks so much for a great concert. As Bill [our principal] said,
'You got a lot for your money!' Personally, I like the history
that you tell along with the music. Your songs are great. I always
look forward to having you.
Dot
Harris, Coordinator
Univ. of Calif. Riverside Folk Club
Many of the children were in a high state of excitement following
the children's concert, never having seen or heard so many instruments
before and never having enjoyed a concert so much. The concert
had great variety of material--some of which was ethnic and suited
for any audience and some chosen for special appeal to younger
audiences, but never patronizing.
Judith
H. Brown, Executive Director
Solano County Arts Council
We have enjoyed your performances and find them not only entertaining
but also educational. The lives of the children will be enriched
by the diversity of your music.
Judy
McFarlin,
Teacher
Addams Elementary School, Fresno
My kindergartners and I were enthralled by your presentation
last week! We were in the front row and it was amusing to watch
the children's reactions to your diverse lessons. Our class consists
of 32 students with over half having English as a second language.
Many thanks for sharing your wonderful talents with us all.
Kathy
Macedo
Fancher Creek School, Clovis
I just wanted to thank you for a marvelous performance at each
assembly. The teachers and students enjoyed the variety and quality
of your music
Nancy
Braner, Teacher
Westside School, Five Points
What a marvelous time we all had at your program! It was an excellent
presentation and so well suited to all the grade levels attending.
The staff and children of Westside want to thank you for sharing
your talent with us. We believe that music is a necessary element
in the development of a child. We hope to have you back again
Gary
Nachtigall, Dean of Student Development, Fresno Pacific College
Thank
you once again for your outstanding performance to our student
body here at Fresno Pacific College, Your performance leaves
us with a better understanding of true Americana. We enjoyed
the variety of songs and instruments and will welcome you back
to our "College Hour."
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